The Romans dedicated New Year's Day to Janus, the god of gates, doors, and beginnings for whom the first month of the year (January) is also named. After Julius Caesar reformed the calendar in 46 BC and was subsequently murdered, the Roman Senate voted to deify him on the 1st January 42 BC in honor of his life and his institution of the new rationalized calendar. The month originally owes its name ...
Posted by Janet Corbett
on December 28, 2012
These days, staging your home involves more than decluttering and inexpensive fix-ups. You can spend big bucks. Or not.
The following tips can help you add value to your home:
1. Listen to your real estate agent. He or she views hundreds of houses a year and knows what works.
2. Watch the trends and incorporate them in simple, effective ways. In 2012, buyers will be looking for extra storage and ...
Posted by Janet Corbett
on July 6, 2012
Because a home inspection is a visual examination of the home and operating systems, it is not technically exhaustive. There is no assurance, expressed or implied, that equipment will not break down at some future time. However, an inspection report does provide you with a detailed report of the condition of the home's systems so repairs can be made or considered beforehand.
Posted by Janet Corbett
on April 6, 2011
Well, here I am at the Barrie Home and Reno Show. What a great turn out. We have a booth here and a Draw for $100.00 Gift Card at Home Depot and 2 Serving Dishes. I will post who won on Monday. The Draw will be done at the Show at 4 pm. So many vendor with very interesting products.
Spring Home & Garden Show is on March 6-7, 2010. Make Plans to come out.
Posted by Janet Corbett
on September 27, 2009
One of the most obvious areas where a homeowner can go "green" is in the use of energy in the home. The biggest energy hogs are heating, air conditioning, electrical appliances, lighting, and water usage. Here are some practical tips for saving energy and money at the same time.
1. Do an “energy audit” - A good place to start is with an informal energy "audit" to reveal where ...
Posted by Janet Corbett
on August 24, 2009
Have you ever wondered if it is practical to consider powering your house with solar electricity? Well, in a recent article at <a href="http://home.howstuffworks.com/home-improvement/energy-efficiency/question418.htm">How Stuff Works</a> they asked the question "How many solar cells would I need in order to provide all of the electricity that my house needs?"
Making a series of assumptions ...
Posted by Janet Corbett
on July 24, 2009
Having a compost pile keeps organic yard and household waste out of your local landfill. It also creates a rich "natural" mulch for your flowerbeds and vegetable garden.
Here is how to create your own compost pile:
1. Create a pile (without a container) in an out of the way corner of your yard. Or you can, build a simple three-sided compost box about three feet tall and three feet square. Adding ...
Posted by Janet Corbett
on June 23, 2009
Anual Lobster fest at Barrie Moson Centre was a great success. Its was a great time to get together with friends and familes.
Posted by Janet Corbett
on June 8, 2009
The biggest signle reason for gailing is because we quit. We quit trying, we quit caring, we quit dreaming, we quit hoping and we quit loving. In all areas of our lives, including our relationships with our spouses, children, parents, friends and associates and in our work or recreational actiivities, we will be constantly challenged. Be we Must Not quit. If we are ever to achieve ...
Posted by Janet Corbett
on March 31, 2009